The Lighthouse records, 1893-2000, bulk 1930-1983.

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The Lighthouse records, 1893-2000, bulk 1930-1983.

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The records of the Lighthouse contain materials pertaining to nearly every aspect of the organization from its founding in the 1890s through 2000. Administrative and financial papers, such as committee minutes, annual reports, and cash receipt and disbursement books, provide information concerning the operations of the organization. Materials relating to the recreation programs provide a glimpse into the activities of the clubs and teams that attracted neighborhood youth to the Lighthouse, while membership records document demographic information concerning members, their families, and the community. Other materials demonstrate various roles the Lighthouse played within the community. The Meals on Wheels program illustrates the organization's role as a provider, while Project Pride illustrates that of educator. Scrapbooks and photo albums complete the collection.

175 boxes, 238 v. (105 linear ft.)

Historical Society of Pennsylvania

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SNAC Resource ID: 6774252

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